In a statement released today, Mr. Ajayi expressed his deep dissatisfaction with the electoral process, citing concerns about the integrity and fairness of the election. The candidate's remarks come in the wake of what he describes as irregularities observed during the voting and counting procedures.
"The democratic process we witnessed falls far short of the standards expected in a free and fair election," Mr. Ajayi stated. "We have documented numerous instances of malpractice that cast a shadow over the entire electoral exercise."
The PDP candidate highlighted several areas of concern, including allegations of voter intimidation, ballot box snatching, and inconsistencies in the vote tallying process. These issues, according to Mr. Ajayi, have significantly undermined the credibility of the election results.
Mr. Ajayi called for a thorough investigation into the reported irregularities and urged relevant authorities to take appropriate action to address these concerns. He emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of the democratic process and ensuring that the will of the people is accurately reflected in the election outcome.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has yet to respond to Mr. Ajayi's allegations. Political analysts expect that this development may lead to increased scrutiny of the election results and potentially legal challenges in the coming days.